Product classification
HS code for Alloy steel plates: 7225.99
Steel, alloy, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, (other than plated or coated with zinc).
Classification of alloy steel plates under HS 7225.99
HS code 7225.99 is designated for flat-rolled products of other alloy steel with a width of 600 mm or more. This classification falls under the broader heading 7225, which encompasses wide flat-rolled alloy steel products. The determination of this code involves several steps. First, the material must qualify as "other alloy steel" per the chemical thresholds defined in the Chapter 72 notes. Second, the physical dimensions are crucial; the product must be flat-rolled and have a width of at least 600 mm. Subheading 7225.99 is a residual category for products that do not fit into more specific subheadings, such as those that are grain-oriented silicon-electrical steel, or those specifically plated or coated with zinc. These plates are often used in heavy construction, shipbuilding, and industrial machinery where the specific properties of alloy steel, such as increased strength or corrosion resistance, are required. The classification ensures that these wide, flat products are distinguished from narrower strips and from non-alloy steel plates. It is also important to distinguish between hot-rolled and cold-rolled versions, although 7225.99 often acts as the catch-all for various finishes not specified in the preceding subheadings of 7225.
- Covers
- Wide alloy steel plates (width >= 600mm)
- High-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel sheets
- Wear-resistant alloy steel plates
- Hot-rolled alloy steel flat products not in coils
- Cold-rolled alloy steel sheets in wide widths
- Also under 7225.99
- Tata Steel Colorcoat
- SSAB GreenCoat
- ArcelorMittal Granite
- Nippon Steel Color Coated
- POSCO Color Steel
Codes often confused with 7225.99
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these plates under heading 7226, which is reserved for alloy steel flat-rolled products with a width of less than 600 mm. Additionally, if the steel is non-alloy (carbon steel), it should be classified under 7208 or 7209. If the plate is coated or plated with zinc, it must be classified under 7225.91 or 7225.92. Misidentifying stainless steel as other alloy steel is also common; stainless steel plates belong in heading 7219.
Top exporters and importers of HS 722599 (the code used for alloy steel plates), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 722599 (the code used for alloy steel plates) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 9.5% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 722599, not only alloy steel plates.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $764M 19% of world exports
- 2 France $720M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $652M 16% of world exports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $423M 9.5% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $410M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 China $337M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for alloy steel plates
Brazil splits HS 7225.99 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7225.99.10Other high speed steel flats, 600 mm or wider
- 7225.99.90Other flat-rolled alloy steel, 600 mm or wider
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about alloy steel plates
What is the HS code for Alloy steel plates?
The HS code for Alloy steel plates is 722599 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, (other than plated or coated with zinc)). The HS code for alloy steel plates with a width of 600 mm or more, not otherwise specified, is 7225.99.
How do I classify Alloy steel plates for customs?
Alloy steel plates is classified under HS code 722599 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, (other than plated or coated with zinc). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include galvanized alloy plates?
No, alloy steel plates that are galvanized (zinc-coated) are classified under 7225.91 or 7225.92, depending on the coating method.
Which countries are the top exporters of alloy steel plates (HS 722599)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 722599 (the code used for alloy steel plates) in UN Comtrade data were China ($764M, 19% of world exports), France ($720M) and Germany ($652M). World exports came to about $4.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of alloy steel plates (HS 722599)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 722599 (the code used for alloy steel plates) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($423M, 9.5% of world imports), Türkiye ($410M) and China ($337M). World imports came to about $4.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Alloy steel plates the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722599 for Alloy steel plates is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for alloy steel plates in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 722599 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for alloy steel plates depends on the product's details: 7225.99.10 (Other high speed steel flats, 600 mm or wider), 7225.99.90 (Other flat-rolled alloy steel, 600 mm or wider).